tin1 zi1 giu1 zi2天之驕子天之骄子
Jyutpingtin1 zi1 giu1 zi2
Yaletīn jī gīu jí
Definition
An exceptionally privileged person; literally, a favorite of heaven or child of fortune.
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How it's used
Often used with a touch of irony or sarcasm to describe someone who seems to have an unfair advantage in life. While it can be a genuine compliment for someone with exceptional talent and luck, it frequently carries a critical tone when applied to people who take their success for granted.
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He has been a privileged person since he was a child, everything he does goes smoothly.
Do you think you are God's gift to the world? You need to be more humble.
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Common phrases
to consider oneself a privileged person
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being lucky or rich. It implies a sense of being destined for success or having an almost supernatural level of favor from fate, which makes it sound more dramatic than standard terms for wealth or success.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
